Gorham Fire Department

06/20/2026

The Gorham High School baseball team won the State Championship today! Congratulations, from all of us at the GFD! Go Rams!! ⚾️

06/16/2026

The Gorham Fire Department pauses today to reflect upon the life and loss of Deputy Chief Michael Kucsma, who died after responding to a significant motor vehicle accident on June 16, 2014.

An outstanding mentor, friend, and true public servant, Mike was one of the first live-in students for the Gorham Fire Department and rose through the ranks to become a Deputy Chief. Mike worked full time as a Fire Captain in the City of Portland. Those lucky enough to have worked under his leadership miss him every day. Many who did not get the chance to meet him still benefit from training initiatives or operational changes that he inspired. His legacy continues on through the “Kucsma Training Days” symposium that brings in firefighters from all over New England for two days of classroom and hands on training with some of the best instructors in the business.

We are thinking of his wife Marcia and all of his family and friends on this 12th anniversary of his passing. We miss you, Chief.

If you have a memory of Mike, feel free to share it below.

06/04/2026

The 42nd annual Trek Across Maine will be making their way across Gorham on Sunday, June 21st. Please read the post below for more important information regarding the event.

06/01/2026

Seeking forward thinking leaders to shape the future of our organizations!

See additional details and applications:

Deputy Chief-Training: https://www.windhammaine.us/Jobs.aspx?UniqueId=97&From=All&CommunityJobs=False&JobID=Deputy-Chief-Training-208

Deputy Chief- EMS: https://www.windhammaine.us/Jobs.aspx?UniqueId=97&From=All&CommunityJobs=False&JobID=Deputy-Chief-EMS-105

05/16/2026

Thinking of Firefighter Cross’ family and friends during this heartbreaking time. The Gorham Fire Department extends our deepest condolences.

R.I.P. Brother... You will Always be Remembered & Never Forgotten!

05/09/2026

**Reminder to register!**

We invite you to our second community information session on May 12th 6:00 pm at our central station, 270 Main Street.

Have you ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes? The training it takes? The equipment that’s used? Just what exactly your fire department does? If you have ever had any interest in joining us OR if you just want to learn more about us, This event is for you! *Pizza and salad will be provided*! We will also have a virtual attendance option. Following a presentation, we will have a Q&A session, apparatus tours and a station tour. Whether you just want to learn more about us, or you want to learn how you can step up to help your neighbors, we would love to have you!

To register, please email [email protected] and specify if you will be joining in person or virtually.

We hope to see you there!

04/23/2026

Hey Gorham! Have you ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes? The training it takes? The equipment that’s used? Just what exactly your fire department does? This event is for you! If you have ever had any interest in joining us OR if you just want to learn more about us, we invite you to our second community information session on May 12th 6:00 pm at our central station, 270 Main Street. *Pizza and salad will be provided*! We will also have a virtual attendance option. Following a presentation, we will have a Q&A session, apparatus tours and a station tour. Whether you just want to learn more about us, or you want to learn how you can step up to help your neighbors, we would love to have you!

To register, please email [email protected] and specify if you will be joining in person or virtually.

We hope to see you there!

04/13/2026

The Gorham Fire Department responded to 13 calls for service throughout Sunday, April 12- the most significant being an outside fire that extended to two structures.

Around 1 pm, the Cumberland County Regional Communications Center received a 9-1-1 call from a property owner reporting a controlled burn had quickly gotten out of control and was threatening two buildings on the property. Gorham Fire Department personnel arrived within 5 minutes of the call to find a rapidly spreading grass/brush fire with extension to two buildings.

While burning a total land area of approximately 200'x200', damage to one structure was minor, and damage to another was moderate but limited to the exterior. Gorham Fire Department personnel were assisted at the scene or with station coverage by firefighters from Buxton, Standish, Windham, Hollis, and Westbrook. The fire was contained in less than 10 minutes and units remained on scene for about two hours. The Maine Forest Service responded to investigate the fire.

The Gorham Fire Department would like to remind our followers that open burning requires a permit- additional information can be found here: https://apps1.web.maine.gov/burnpermit/public/index.html

04/11/2026

There are no permits being issued today as the state declares the fire danger as high along with wind gusts as high as 30 mph. We appreciate your understanding and following the fire safety rules!

03/24/2026

Attention current and incoming USM or St. Joseph's College students!

The Gorham Fire Department is accepting applications for live-in student firefighters for the 2026-2027 school year. If you are (or will be) enrolled in school full time (12 credits/semester) you may qualify for the opportunity to live in a fire station rent-free while gaining invaluable experience for a fire service career!

Since 1990, the Gorham Fire Department has made it our mission to support students in their development- providing a unique path for anyone aspiring to serve. Gorham Fire Department live-in student alumni have gone on to serve nearly 60 different full time fire departments across the United States. Our unique approach empowers you to grow with training and operate fire apparatus, make decisions, stretch lines, throw ladders, force doors and become comfortable treating patients. If this sounds interesting, look no further!

Interested candidates should send a letter of interest and resume to [email protected]

Application materials will be reviewed at 3PM on April 7, 2026.

Please note: any prospective student planning to attend Southern Maine Community College must apply through SMCC's process here:

https://www.smccme.edu/academics/degree-programs/public-safety-live-in-program/

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